Saturday, May 17; 10am–4pm CT
Learn the magical process of eco-printing in this in-person workshop.
We will introduce botanical printing techniques that yield very defined prints of leaves and flowers on silk. Learn how to make eco-prints while exploring your relationship to nature and become more connected to the earth. Master recipes to mordant silk and techniques to control the definition of the print. We will study the different plants available locally that supply natural colors. Instruction includes historical context as well as possibilities in contemporary art.
This workshop will include lectures, step-by-step demonstrations, hands-on experiments, discussions, and critique. It is suitable for beginners and also welcomes students who wish to expand their eco-printing skills. It is also an invitation to explore ways to incorporate the process into your own practice, with an emphasis in artist's books.
You will leave with eco-prints, including a beautiful silk scarf, and all the knowledge to keep experimenting on your own.
Level: Beginner. All skill levels are welcome.
Certificate: 6 hours, Category B or D
Pricing
$147/participant (10% discount for MCBA members) + $30 materials fee
$74 for BIPOC/Financial scholarship participants (10% discount for MCBA members) + $30 materials fee
MCBA offers two scholarship types for workshops—Financial Hardship Scholarships and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Scholarships—to honor equity and increase access and artistic opportunities for those who have historically been underrepresented in the book arts. For individuals to whom these scholarships do not apply, register at the Adult rate and, if you are able, consider making a donation when registering to support MCBA’s efforts to make scholarships available.
